Menorca is not the most popular Spanish resort,
However, this is a great place to relax, which is worth a visit.Among the islands of the Balearic Archipelago in Square, he ranks second. It is about 700 square kilometers. It is located in the north-east of the archipelago. There are no high mountains on the island. The highest point Monte Toro is 357 meters high.
Menorca is rich in its archaeological monuments, their more than 1500. This island can be called a kind of museum. For example, lovers of history have the opportunity to see the truncated pyramids on the island, which, according to some information, even older than Egyptian.
And on Menorca there is a competitor to British Stonehechia. This structure is called Torre Den Gaumees and it has been preserved much better than Stonehechia.
On Menorca, it is possible to distinguish three types of historical monuments.
First of all, these are crypts with burials. There is still incomprehensible structures of T-shaped and different heights that are called Taula. And the most mysterious - talikes that are pretty high towers.
Architecture on the island is also satisfied interesting and unity is not observed in it. On the one hand there are many buildings in the British style. And also there are white houses that are so typical for the Mediterranean coast.
And the capital of Maon island has a rather ancient and confusing history of occurrence. After the founding of his Carthageanians, the city switched to the power of the Roman Empire. Later at different times, the owners of the city were Maurs and Westges. In the 13th century, the city switched to the power of Christians, and then the Turks captured him. From this we can conclude that there were many historical events on such a small in the island area and it cannot be interesting at least only by it. And on it it is very convenient to inspect the sights. They are near and if desired, they can be examined in one day.
For example, you can listen to organ music on the 19th century instrument in the church of St. Mary. By the way, this body is world famous.
Many shops and cafes are located on the pedestrian street Carre Noou.
And on the squares of San France, Royal and Columbus can see many buildings in the colonial style.
At the Minorke can also be visited by Ciudel. This city was the capital of the island before the arrival of the British. It is 45 kilometers from Maona and also has an ancient and interesting story. In the same city there is a residence of Bishop Island. This is, though a small but beautiful town in the medieval style. There it is even just nice to walk and inspect his streets.
On the island regularly held festivals with the participation of horses. I was not lucky to see him, but they say this amazing spectacle.
Of course, tourists buy souvenirs there, which there is a large number. For example, there you can buy traditional leather sandals that are sewn manually.
Employment, Minorca is the most beautiful island from their fellow in the archipelago. The island is very quiet and there is much cooler than in Mallorca, for example. Even in the summer heat there is much more comfortable. In addition, there is a good rest with children, the climate is suitable for them and other conditions for rest also. After all, on a sharp gentle clean sea, sandy beach.What else is needed for a children's rest. In addition, there are family-run hotels. There is little entertainment on Minorke, but it is for this and it is worth going to this beautiful holiday. After all, rest with a capital letter is provided.